Living in Del Norte County, California

Del Norte County is a county in California with a population of around 27,812. The main communities are Crescent City.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $878/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $360K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and cool summers (highs around 60°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Del Norte County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.